Wadhwani AI Center

Conducting research on the governance, geopolitics, and national security implications of AI and other advanced technologies

The Wadhwani AI Center (formerly the Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies) at CSIS delves into crucial topics at the intersection of policy, AI, and other advanced technologies, focusing on three key themes: Governance & Regulation, Geopolitics, and National Security.

Our research and events explore how governments can balance the benefits of increased technology adoption while mitigating potential risks; how the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community can harness advanced technology for national security benefits; how governments can work together to develop practical and desirable governance structures; and what actions the United States should take to advance U.S. and allied economic and security interests. 

Governments around the world are struggling with the unique governance challenges posed by AI. Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze and propose solutions for national and multilateral AI governance efforts.

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Global competition for leadership in AI and advanced technology has risen to unprecedented levels. Research from the Wadhwani AI Center investigates how emerging technologies affect the balance of power between nations, semiconductor export controls efforts, and U.S. economic security.

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Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze the challenges and opportunities posed by AI for national security and defense. Discover how the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. intelligence community can responsibly accelerate AI adoption for national security impact.

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Understanding U.S. Allies’ Current Legal Authority to Implement AI and Semiconductor Export Controls

What is the state of U.S. allies’ export controls on AI and semiconductor technologies? This report by Gregory C. Allen and Isaac Goldston explores the legal tools and policy frameworks shaping allied export controls and the challenges of aligning them with U.S. national security requirements.

Report by Gregory C. Allen and Isaac Goldston — March 14, 2025

Recent Work

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DeepSeek: A Deep Dive

China’s DeepSeek AI tests U.S. chip controls, raising concerns over smuggled tech and growing self-reliance. Experts urge tougher enforcement to protect U.S. dominance.

Congressional Testimony by Gregory C. Allen — April 8, 2025

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Scale AI’s Alexandr Wang on Securing U.S. AI Leadership

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May 1, 2025 • 1:00 – 2:00 pm EDT

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The AI Policy Podcast

Scaling Laws, a Chinese AI Ecosystem Update, and a Manhattan Project for AI

In this episode, we discuss recent reporting that so called "scaling laws" are slowing and the potential implications for the policy community (0:37), the latest models coming out of the China AI ecosystem (12:37), the U.S. China - Economic Security Review Commission recommendation for a Manhattan Project for AI (19:02), and the biggest takeaways from the first draft of the European Union's General Purpose AI Code of Practice (25:46).

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen and Brielle Hill — November 25, 2024

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The AI Policy Podcast

The Promise of AI Governance with Vilas Dhar

In this episode we are joined by Vilas Dhar, President and Trustee of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, a 21st century $1.5 billion philanthropy advancing AI and data solutions to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all.

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen — November 20, 2024

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Understanding the Military AI Ecosystem of Ukraine

Kateryna Bondar examines the Ukrainian government initiatives and key institutions driving the development of military AI capabilities. She also explores the preconditions that have shaped their adoption in the Ukraine war.

Report by Kateryna Bondar — November 12, 2024

EU Tariffs Must Be Part of a Multipronged Strategy

Francesca Ghiretti proposes a multipronged approach to address the technological gap between the European Union and China amid the EU’s new tariffs against Chinese electric vehicles.

Commentary by Francesca Ghiretti — October 31, 2024